Staffordshire figure of an elephant by a stream

Reference: 5101

Dated: c. 1820 Staffordshire

A very well modelled and appealing Staffordshire figure of a standing elephant by a stream.
The pottery figure has good enamel colours , pearlware glaze and excellent modelling making this small figure a gem in ceramic from the early part of the 19th century.
It is thought that these small animal figures were made as childrens toys and as one can imagine very few of these Staffordshire figures survived to give us enjoyment today.

Dimensions: 2.75 inch wide

Medium: staffordshire pearlware pottery figure

Current Condition Restored tusks.

Literature: Myrna Schkolne book " People,Passions, Pastimes and Pleasure, Staffordshire Figures circa 1810-35.
Re; Chapter 10 Menageries.

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